Basic Cooked Beans

1. 1

   Put beans in a large bowl and add 4 cups water.

2. 2

   Let stand 12 hours or overnight.

3. 3

   Drain and rinse and transfer to the pressure cooker.

4. 4

   Add 5 cups fresh water and 1 teaspoon salt.

5. 5

   Cover and bring up to high pressure.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to stabilize pressure and cook for the times indicated below.

7. 7

   Release pressure by running cold water over the cover.

8. 8

   Do not open the pressure release valve on lid until all the pressure is released.

9. 9

   This minimizes foaming.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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